How to cultivate Begonia cyclichea to bloom
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How to cultivate Begonia cyclichea to bloom
Begonia cyclichea grows rapidly and consumes a lot of nutrients, so it is necessary to ensure sufficient nutrient supply for daily fertilization. It is generally recommended to use "rotted sheep dung balls," which are shallowly buried in the upper layer of the flower soil through the method of loosening the soil. During the period of vigorous growth, it is possible to increase the "rotted rice washing water" once a month to water the flower soil, enhancing nutrient output.
Begonia cyclichea is one of the most suitable flowers for indoor and balcony planting because its stem nodes are明显肥厚 and resemble bamboo, hence the name.
Begonia cyclichea blooms beautifully in clusters, which are very ornamental. Some people cultivate Begonia cyclichea very well, often with flowers covering the branches and a long blooming period, lasting nearly half a year, which many people admire.
Moreover, potted Begonia cyclichea is very suitable for decorating rooms and can be enjoyed all year round, with Begonia cyclichea growing relatively tall, offering more arrangement options. Let's specifically discuss the cultivation methods and precautions for Begonia cyclichea.
First, propagation:
The main method of propagation for Begonia cyclichea is cutting, where healthy branches are selected, trimmed to 10 cm with 2 to 4 leaves. After drying the wound, the branches are inserted into the freshwater river sand.
Second, potting:
The soil for planting Begonia cyclichea should have the following characteristics: loose and breathable, not compacted or waterlogged, slightly acidic and heavy in fertilizer. Begonia cyclichea grows quickly, so the soil needs to have sufficient nutrients to meet the growth requirements. It is recommended to use mixed soil.
Mix field soil, river sand, and humus soil in a ratio of 3:3:4 to plant Begonia cyclichea.
To increase the nutritional value of the soil, you can pre-bury the bottom fertilizer in the lower part of the soil. About 1/10 of the total amount of flower soil, the sheep dung balls, are buried in the soil.
Third, growing environment:
Begonia cyclichea is afraid of cold and high temperatures, dislikes strong light but requires sufficient sunlight. During maintenance, keep Begonia cyclichea within the suitable growth range, which is about 15 to 28 degrees Celsius. High temperatures can cause sunburn, while low temperatures can lead to frostbite.
When the temperature is appropriate, provide Begonia cyclichea with sufficient sunlight.
During high temperatures, provide shading, and during low temperatures, keep it indoors for winter. Maintain at least 6 hours of sunlight per day, and when kept indoors, ensure at least 3 to 5 hours of sunlight. Lack of sunlight can lead to non-blooming.
Fourth, watering:
Begonia cyclichea prefers a moist environment and dislikes waterlogged soil. Watering should mainly be based on the dryness of the surface soil, and when it is dry to a depth of about 3 centimeters, water immediately.
Do not wait until the soil is completely dry, as this can easily lead to yellowing leaves and枯根. Watering is divided into two steps.
Watering is based on the soil's dryness, following the principle of 'not watering when dry, watering thoroughly when watering.' Additionally, spray 1 to 2 times a day.
During high temperatures and dryness, spray 3 to 5 times, mainly to cool and increase humidity. Maintaining humidity at 55% is the most basic growth requirement for Begonia cyclichea.
Fifth, fertilizing:
Begonia cyclichea grows rapidly and consumes a lot of nutrients, so daily fertilization should ensure sufficient nutrient supply.
It is generally recommended to use "rotted sheep dung balls," which are shallowly buried in the upper layer of the flower soil through the method of loosening the soil. During the period of vigorous growth, it is possible to increase the "rotted rice washing water" once a month to water the flower soil, enhancing nutrient output.
A month before the blooming period of Begonia cyclichea or half a month after the flowers fall, fertilizing should focus on phosphorus and potassium output. You can use "monopotassium phosphate" diluted with water 1200 times for foliar spraying.
"Monopotassium phosphate" can promote the absorption and digestion of nutrients under photosynthesis and can also promote rooting and blooming.
The above-mentioned methods for cultivating Begonia cyclichea to bloom are for reference only.